Europa Universalis IV

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1463 Ratings

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  1. Torgall
    Dec 12, 2020
    9
    Excellent strategy that I keep returning to. My biggest complaint is Paradox business model that revolves around introducing small patch-like changes, calling them expansions. Many changes are basically things that should be from the day 1, or fixes to overall balance they ruined with previous "expansions". If you count all the little expenses for the important expansions and the gameExcellent strategy that I keep returning to. My biggest complaint is Paradox business model that revolves around introducing small patch-like changes, calling them expansions. Many changes are basically things that should be from the day 1, or fixes to overall balance they ruined with previous "expansions". If you count all the little expenses for the important expansions and the game itself, it's insane cost that Eu4 put up with because they are really passionate about it.… Expand
  2. Wiesmak
    Jul 21, 2021
    10
    This is the best strategy game, I've ever played. With 75% of the DLC's you can play thousands of ours without feeling bored. It is perfect
  3. JanuszekPLY
    Sep 8, 2021
    8
    Very great game. I really appreciate my amatour 500h in game. I had and i will have so much fun with my friends playing ths. I like strategic games from Paradox. And even that i still cant normally exit to main menu bc of popup and playing without dlcs is mess that still. i like this game
  4. P_O_R_G
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    Эта игра прекрасна сама по себе, так как аналогов ей не найти. Многие плохие отзывы говорят о ужасном балансе, но во-первых это история, а в ней были и сильные и слабые, а второе это возможность из слабых сделать сильных.
  5. HansSigmaringen
    Dec 30, 2020
    10
    Best game ever made at strategy I suggest you play with Voltaire's Nightmare mod Its amazing.
  6. KR777
    Jan 6, 2021
    10
    A Masterpiece! A game with countless opportunities form strategy RTS to national RPG to history simulator, it spans a wide array of tates and play styles. The replayability is immense, the music superb - the only real downside is that it becomes harder for the developers to think of something deserving to be added via DLC.
  7. Nikitosss95
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    This is kind of a game you play for years and never get tired of... I am speechless how good EU4 is!! Playing as any nation in the world you attempt to conquer it through military expansion, diplomacy, carefully planned strategy, missions etc... for those who are new to the eu4, don’t give up, keep learning until you grasp the entire complexity of this game and you won’t ever regret! It’sThis is kind of a game you play for years and never get tired of... I am speechless how good EU4 is!! Playing as any nation in the world you attempt to conquer it through military expansion, diplomacy, carefully planned strategy, missions etc... for those who are new to the eu4, don’t give up, keep learning until you grasp the entire complexity of this game and you won’t ever regret! It’s addictive!… Expand
  8. kitru
    May 23, 2021
    8
    Отличная стратежка, с друзьями позависать самое то, из-за относительно понятного большинству временного промежутка игры ( до первой мировой ), где мы наблюдаем уже знакомые нам Польшу, Пруссию, Османов, каждый найдет себе страну по душе. Как только поиграл за все страны и испробовал все страты - забрасываешь (у меня ушло на это 500+ часов).Отличная стратежка, с друзьями позависать самое то, из-за относительно понятного большинству временного промежутка игры ( до первой мировой ), где мы наблюдаем уже знакомые нам Польшу, Пруссию, Османов, каждый найдет себе страну по душе. Как только поиграл за все страны и испробовал все страты - забрасываешь (у меня ушло на это 500+ часов).
  9. fusuy127
    Mar 22, 2021
    10
    I don't have much to say. I played it over 2000 hours and i don't regret a little bit.
  10. RapidSpeed
    Mar 24, 2021
    10
    Once you start, the game might be very difficult. But when you've been playing it for a while you begin to master it. You're either addicted to it or find it boring, no other exception. I actually prefer EU4 over HOI (and yes, I've played both.)
  11. SweatingBucket0
    Apr 24, 2021
    9
    Europa Universalis IV is the pinnacle of Paradox Interactive games, with plenty of content in the areas of diplomacy, trade, warfare, estates, etc.
    Pros:
    - Rich in content - Freedom of the player to choose his personal objective - Mechanics unique to certain realities such as the Holy Roman Empire or the Ming Empire - The Extended Timeline Mod, which allows you to play from the year    Europa Universalis IV is the pinnacle of Paradox Interactive games, with plenty of content in the areas of diplomacy, trade, warfare, estates, etc.
    Pros:
    - Rich in content
    - Freedom of the player to choose his personal objective
    - Mechanics unique to certain realities such as the Holy Roman Empire or the Ming Empire
    - The Extended Timeline Mod, which allows you to play from the year 58 to the modern world
    - Saves are convertible with other Paradox games
    Flaws:
    - Downloadable content policy is anti-novelty
    - Artificial Intelligence can be annoying
    - Multiplayer needs some work    … Expand
  12. StarkAgentos
    Jul 26, 2022
    10
    Прошёл игру за 3 часа, играя за Португалию, захватив пол Европы и каким-то образом слившись. Очень крутая политическая стратегия в довольно оригинальной временной эпохе.
  13. Sweet_paco
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    This game is an absolute masterpiece, of you like strategy games and you re a bit curious abaout history, you should play it, its so inmersive and addicting, they might get hard sometimes but here s the point of the game, this is not a meme, the game is difficult as hell, specially when you start to play it
  14. krasnysoldat38
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    Spent hundreds of hours on this game. The game is simply fantastic and never gets boring.
    The possibilities are limitless on how you want to approach and build your empire.
    DLCs are expensive and are worth getting once on sale. That's the only issue with the game. They really do improve the game mechanics and make it way more interesting. You may also learn a lot of history from the    Spent hundreds of hours on this game. The game is simply fantastic and never gets boring.
    The possibilities are limitless on how you want to approach and build your empire.

    DLCs are expensive and are worth getting once on sale. That's the only issue with the game. They really do improve the game mechanics and make it way more interesting.

    You may also learn a lot of history from the 15th century and beyond. Well done Paradox.    … Expand
  15. Jackie_Jackson
    May 26, 2022
    8
    Всё очень просто как играть в эту игру почему все говорят про высокий порог вхождения если ты заходишь за Францию и можно сразу сдаться?
  16. Ulgen01
    Jul 1, 2022
    10
    Best strategy game ever because everything is so detailed and there is too many countries you can play
  17. jacybfb
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    One of the best games ever. Replayble. Enjoable. Millions od possibilities.
  18. dr-kenobi
    Sep 7, 2022
    9
    CK2, тільки замість династій повноцінні країни. Ідеальна алтернатива, коли набридають Крусейдери. Парадокс добре постарався не повторювати все, тому Європа грається зовсім по іншому, ніж CK.
  19. Marube
    Oct 12, 2022
    8
    It's a great game if you like history and strategy games. It really makes you feeeeel like a 15th century tyrant. The dlc system is very rough, many dlcs completely change the way you play the game, and there is like 30 of them. I dont think that you should lock whole core game mechanics ander such a paywall.
  20. donatodo
    Dec 27, 2022
    8
    As the name suggests, the game is very euro-centric. They don't do a good job with Eastern concepts. For example, Buddhism is a dharmic religion, which should be categorized under Hinduism and Sikhism. As someone not from Europe, the game gets boring very quickly.
  21. coso132
    Oct 16, 2022
    9
    If you are able to overlook the terrible wallet draining marketing practices (even in less legal ways if youre into that) this is the best paradox grand strategy experience, the most complete, with the most content, and simply the most fun for the most time.
  22. thethethe4
    Jul 25, 2023
    9
    EU4 is a great game, it is the perfect historical sandbox that gives you the ability to do basically what ever you want. You can play as any nation, and have fund regardless of that fact that the non-European nations aren’t as flushed out as their counterparts. If you want a more structured experience there are missions trees for some of the nations that gives you the opportunity to have aEU4 is a great game, it is the perfect historical sandbox that gives you the ability to do basically what ever you want. You can play as any nation, and have fund regardless of that fact that the non-European nations aren’t as flushed out as their counterparts. If you want a more structured experience there are missions trees for some of the nations that gives you the opportunity to have a historical game if you want. The game also revives regular updates even to this day, however to actually experience the updates in their entirety you have to pay. This is the only negative to the game and it's that the DLCs are really expensive, though it's not fair to expect all the content for free since they are putting time and resources into developing the DLCs it is fair to expect some of the really basic features for free instead of forcing you to pay. Despite that drawback EU4 is still a good game that is worth purchasing.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#11 Best PC Game of 2013
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#34 Most Discussed PC Game of 2013
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#1 Most Shared PC Game of 2013

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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 34
  3. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. DarkStation
    Dec 12, 2013
    80
    Once players overcome the initial learning curve, Europa Universalis IV will prove a memorable strategy experience that provides as much fun stories as it does sheer tactical complexity.
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  2. PC PowerPlay
    Oct 28, 2013
    90
    Somehow retains the series' trademark braininess and complexity while being clearer, simpler and far more fun. [Nov 2013, p.92]
  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Oct 24, 2013
    100
    The ultimate strategic simulator of an early modern history state with wide options for both success and failure. Do you want to unite Britain under Scotland, thwart the Spanish Reconquista or maintain the Inca empire? Suit yourself. [Issue#234]
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